Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll manage and own key areas of month-end close, support audits and tax filings, and help build scalable processes and reporting. You’ll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead in preparing and posting month-end journal entries related to revenue, payroll, lease accounting (ASC 842), fixed assets, Inventory Adjustments, etc
• Perform and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including accounts such as 401(k), FSA/benefits clearing, sales tax, and other accounts receivable
• Prepare monthly rent payments and support rent reconciliations as needed
• Review and audit employee expense reports through Expensify to ensure policy compliance and accuracy
• Coordinate sales tax processes, including submitting monthly data to external tax consultants and confirming timely and accurate filings
• Support external audits and tax filings by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests
• Create, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), accounting policies, and support documentation to ensure consistency, accuracy, and audit readiness
• Partner  with Operations to assist with billing issues, disputes, and revenue related inquiries
• Review and validate vendor records established by Accounts Payable, including W-9 documentation and banking details, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Support the development and enhancement of internal controls and accounting processes in preparation for future audit and compliance requirements on path towards IPO.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal reporting standards
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the close process

COMPETENCIES:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 4+ years of accounting experience (startup or high-growth environment is a plus)
• Experience managing month-end close and reconciliations independently
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP systems 
• Strong understanding of GAAP; exposure to ASC 842 preferred
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

•  Hybrid role with 4 days in our NYC office

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to perform work at a computer for extended periods of time

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management.  Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

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PetFolk is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the company to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.